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What we do
We are leading the fight to save Australian hearts
Whilst our work has had a major impact on the survival rates of those suffering a heart attack and those living with heart disease, we will not be satisfied until it is completely eradicated. Coronary heart disease is still Australia’s number one killer, taking 50 lives every day.
To help us realise our vision of an Australia free of heart disease along with the teamwork and passion of our supporters and generosity of millions of Australians act to make a difference in the fight against heart disease by:
- Funding high-impact research, supporting emerging and leading heart health researchers
- Working to improve heart disease prevention, detection, care and support for all Australians
- Advocating to governments and industry for increased funding and resources for heart health
- Building community awareness about living a heart-healthy lifestyle. We do this through public health awareness campaigns, accessible information and resources
- Supporting health professionals in their work to prevent, diagnose, treat and manage heart disease.
Our vision
Towards an Australia free of heart disease.Our mission
To reduce heart disease and improve the heart health and quality of life of all Australians through our work in Risk Reduction, Support, Care and Research.Our purpose
Leading the fight to save Australian hearts.Our values
Our values represent how we have evolved, and how we wish to continue working into the future. They guide the way we work together.| Stronger together | We believe in the power of unity, as we are strongest when we work together. We support each other so we all feel appreciated, by showing respect, leveraging diverse backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and resources. |
| Make a difference | We are proud of our history and our achievements; we use our past successes to guide the future. We work with evidence to be a trusted voice on heart health – when the evidence changes, we change with it. |
| Change the future | We are courageous and think big, but we don’t ignore the details. We promote creativity and innovation in our thinking and actions to continually increase our reach and impact. |
| Build connections | We build genuine connections with our community, stakeholders, partners and customers. We strongly believe that what we do every day is for the benefit of others. |
| Act with integrity | We are honest and take responsibility for our actions. We value the opinions of others and always assume positive intent. We enhance our trusted reputation through the responsible and transparent use of donor funds. |
Our key achievements
$670+ million invested in research
Over the last 60 years the Heart Foundation has invested over half a billion dollars to support Australian researchers. This funding helps to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart disease.
10 million kids get skipping
Since its launch in 1983, over 10 million kids have participated in Jump Rope for Heart, raising over $108 million. This wonderful initiative helps to keep primary school children active and promote the importance of physical activity in maintaining a healthy heart.
Heart Health Checks
In 2019, our ‘Serial Killer’ campaign aimed to reignite the public conversation about coronary heart disease. The campaign also looked to advance the Heart Foundation’s long-standing call for a Medicare-funded Heart Health Check. Just seven days post launch the government agreed to Medicare Benefits Scheme (MBS) funded Heart Health Checks from 1 April 2019.
CONNECTING HEARTS STRATEGY
Give with Heart Day
Give with Heart Day
Give with Heart Day
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Research Directory
Research Directory
Give with Heart Day
Give with Heart Day
Give with Heart Day
Donate to Give with Heart Day by September 15 and every dollar you donate will be doubled*...
Tenecteplase versus alteplase for stroke thrombolysis evaluation trial
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Heart Health Check Toolkit
Heart Health Check Toolkit
MyMarathon
MyMarathon
MyMarathon
The fundraising race where you set the pace. Run, jog or walk MyMarathon at your own pace during October....
Q&A with Dr Rachel Climie
Q&A with Dr Rachel Climie
Q&A with Dr Rachel Climie
Vascular ageing and cardiovascular disease in high-risk populations...
Feelings and emotions after a heart attack
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Australian Chronic Disease Prevention Alliance
Australian Chronic Disease Prevention Alliance
Alliance with chronic disease prevention stakeholders...
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Building physical activity into urban planning and design
Building physical activity into urban planning and design
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Resources available for built environment professionals to help guide in the development of active outdoor and indoor spaces....
Heart Health Network
Heart Health Network
Heart Health Network
Heart Health Network is the Heart Foundation’s newsletter for health professionals delivered to your inbox once a month....
Supporting Your Emotional Wellbeing: An Online Forum for Young Heart Patients
Supporting Your Emotional Wellbeing: An Online Forum for Young Heart Patients
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This cardiac services directory presents information on cardiac rehab programs offered across Australia....
2020 Strategic Grant Recipients
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Nutrition Resources for Practice and Patient Care
Nutrition Resources for Practice and Patient Care
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Heart Week
Heart Week
For professionals: Heart failure tools and resources
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Resources for healthcare professionals on the management of patients with heart failure ...
Heart attack recovery – quit smoking
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Personal Walking Plan
Personal Walking Plan
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Feel healthier and happier in six weeks with a free Personal Walking Plan...
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples: Lower your risk of heart disease
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Support and resources to help you stay healthy and reduce risk of heart disease. ...
Q&A with Dr Jessica Orchard
Q&A with Dr Jessica Orchard
Q&A with Dr Jessica Orchard
Cardiac screening of athletes: disparities and differences in electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation criteria in under-represented populations...
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk assessment and management
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk assessment and management
Absolute CVD risk assessment is an integrated approach that estimates the cumulative risk of multiple risk factors to predict a heart attack or stroke event in the next five years....
Seafood recipes
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Find heart healthy seafood recipes...
Blood cholesterol
Blood cholesterol
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Keeping your blood cholesterol at a healthy level can help you reduce your risk of heart disease and other serious conditions. ...
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) clinical resources
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) clinical resources
Resources and clinical information for health professionals...
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Heart failure is a condition where your heart isn’t pumping as well as it should be....
For professionals: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples identification training
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Asking the Question of Origin course helps with identification of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, in line with standard practice. ...
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Find heart healthy festive recipes. ...